The Honeymooner

I love collections with charming stories. Lauren Moffatt's spring collection, entitled The Honeymooner, presents itself quite simply as "The Honeymooner and what she packed". This collection, in my opinion, just sings spring. The bright colors, floral prints, straw boaters, and platformed sandals are the perfect mix of ladylike with a touch of quirk. Overall, the collection is perfectly elegant and emits the sort of soft beauty and optimism of a newlywed.

Images via Lauren Moffatt

Tip Your Hat

When it comes to the perfect hat for spring, I'm convinced a straw fedora is the answer to the seasonal topper dilemma. The classic shape of the fedora, reworked in a lighter, breezier material is perfect for the transition into spring. I'm envisioning these hats paired with Breton striped tops, cropped trousers, and white sneakers for a preppy look. They'd be equally cute with a flirty sundress, pair of sandals, and bangles to channel a boho chic vibe.

(DKNY, $48)

(J. Crew, $34)

(David & Young, $18)

A Bright New Look

New Look approaches the color blocking trend in three short words: "BRIGHT. BOLD. BLOCK." Simple enough. I love these three vibrant and versatile pieces for the spring.

A loose, airy t-shirt tunic in a shocking fuschia (New Look, £15).

A skinny belt in a bright cobalt shade, perfect for cinching over cardigans and sundresses (New Look, £3).

A functional coral cross body bag with turn lock detailing (New Look, £11).

Neon Toes

I've heard of twinkles toes, but a shoe that looks like you've dipped your toes in a puddle of neon paint? Incredible. I love the balance between the muted, neutral linen body and the shocking hot pink toe. They're the perfect spring into summer segue piece.

(Kate Spade, $198)

The Perfect Trench

 

Is there anything more chic than sipping your morning cup of tea or latte at an outdoor cafe while decked out in a trench coat? When it comes to trench coats Burberry is the quintessential brand. However, as such a coat remains a purely aspirational addition to my closet, I love my London Fog version. It's amazing how throwing a trench over the simplest of ensembles (skinny jeans and a tee, a floral dress, etc.) instantly adds a bit of glamor.

(London Fog, $100)

And, should an errant springtime thunderstorm err your way, you're perfectly protected from the elements. What's not to love?

Image via weheartit

Mary's Scarves

About a week ago, I wrote about Mary Katrantzou's A/W 2011 collection. Of course, like most other items shown on London Fashion Week's runways, her collection is significantly out of my price range. With this in mind, my delight at hearing that Mary Katrantzou had designed two silk scarves for Topshop hardly needs explanation.

(Topshop, $100)

(Topshop, $100)

I'm glad to see Mary Katrantzou's gorgeous prints splashed across as many mediums as possible. Factor in the high street prices, and I'm sold.

Tea for Three

While Jessica Simpson has more or less dropped off the celebrity radar, I do remember hearing she had branched out to fashion design. Being a celebrity designed collection, I had low expectations and generally didn't pay much attention to her pieces. I happened to come across her spring dresses and I can't help but admire the sweet creations.

 

My current orange kick is rather well documented here, but how gorgeous is this geometric poppy print? The buttons on the skirt give the otherwise girly dress a bit of quirk. (Jessica Simpson, $148)

This is my favorite of the collection. I love the demure tea-dress length, and the graduated print is sweet. Not to mention the smocking at the waist gives it a super flattering shape. (Jessica Simpson, $128)

I really like the colors of this dress. I'm not crazy about the ruffle at the waist, but the applique detail at the hem is divine! (Jessica Simpson, $148)

I'd love to wear any (or all?) of these to high tea or a garden party. Perfect for spring.

ASOS Shift Dresses

Dear ASOS,

I would be perfectly happy to live in your shift dresses all summer long.

Seriously... before I finish penning a gushing love letter, take a gander at these beautiful examples.

 

I'd start off with simple neutral pieces... ($50.20 and $50.20)

 

... before transitioning into punchy brights ($43.03 and $53.79).

Just throw on some colorful sandals or ballet flats, fun bangles or a chunky necklace, and you're set to enjoy warmer temps! Now where was I?...

Soft Skirts

Call it an over romanticized version of spring, but March always finds me itching to shed the bulky layers of winter and twirl around in soft, easy clothing. Realistically, it will still be another month until that fantasy becomes reality, but in my daydreams I'm wearing these light, draped skirts.

(Alloy, $15)

(Banana Republic, $45)

Technically it's a dress... but I'm loving the bright bodice! (ASOS, £35)

Peachy Keen

I love the inspiration that comes from an unexpected pop of color. I'm presently fixated on the color peach; it's both warm and fresh. Of course, nothing says spring like a bright skirt. I'd love to celebrate the upcoming season in any of these skirts.

Herve Leger

Miu Miu

Naven